Just in: Qatar, which accounts for 18–20% of global LNG trade, has halted production following an Iranian drone strike.

Mar 2, 2026, 12:13:05 PM UTC(1 hour ago)

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Just in: Qatar, which accounts for 18–20% of global LNG trade, has halted production following an Iranian drone strike.
Qatar, a major global supplier accounting for 18-20% of the world's LNG trade, has halted production.
The production halt follows an Iranian drone strike on a QatarEnergy facility.
Regional geopolitical tensions are high, with Iran retaliating and other Gulf markets experiencing disruptions.
LNG supply disruptions are economically consequential, as LNG exports represent a significant portion of Qatar's government revenue.
Several LNG tankers have slowed, turned around, or stopped near the Strait of Hormuz, posing risks to Qatari LNG exports.

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